Engineering interns support space and missile-defense systems across simulation, modeling, hardware prototyping, embedded software, controls, sensing, data analysis, trade studies, design reviews, and field testing. They work directly with founders and engineers on flight hardware and real-world system development.
Overview
What You’ll Work On
Who We’re Looking For
Wardstone is a space defense-tech startup building next-generation systems to protect the United States and its allies from advanced missile threats. We design, build, and test both ground and space-based hardware.
We’re looking for engineering interns from top schools who want to work on real world systems from concept to testing.
What You’ll Work On
Depending on your background and interests, you may work on:
- Physics-based simulation and modeling (orbital mechanics, intercept dynamics, guidance & control)
- Hardware prototyping and testing (mechanical, electrical, propulsion, sensing)
- Embedded software, controls, or autonomy
- Sensor systems (IR / EO), perception, and tracking
- Data analysis from test campaigns
- System-level trade studies and design reviews
Interns are treated as engineers. Your work will directly with founders and full-time engineers, influence flight hardware, simulations, and participate in field tests.
- Currently pursuing a degree in engineering, physics, or a related technical field
- (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Robotics, Computer Science, Physics)
- Demonstrated delivery on previous extracurricular engineering projects
- Curious, self-directed, and motivated by real-world impact
- MATLAB or Python for modelling and data analytics
- US Person or Lawful Permanent Resident status required.
Bonus points for experience with:
- Controls, GNC, or orbital mechanics
- Embedded systems or hardware bring-up
- IR sensors, computer vision, or signal processing
- Hands-on lab, shop, or field testing experience
The base pay range for this role is $4,000 – $8,000 per month.
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